Native Plant Species Finder Tool

Part of EcoRestore Utah

Burrobush
Photo Credit to: Stan Shebs

Burrobush
Ambrosia Dumosa

Plant type: Shrub
Growing Season: No information found
Life Cycle: Perennial
Cover: Moderate

Soil & Plant Characteristics

Acceptable Soil Types: Sand, Gravel
Acceptable Soil Conditions: Alkaline, Salt
Max Plant Height (in ft): 2
First Bloom: January
Last Bloom: December
Flower Color: Yellow

Location

Minimum Elevation (in ft): No minimum elevation found
Maximum Elevation (in ft): 3000
Counties: Washington

Reproduction and Growth

Growth Rate: Rapid
Germination Overall: Low
Germination Rate: Long
Germination Requirements: Moist and cold stratification
Reproduction: High
Establishment: Low

Ecological

Best Suited For These Conditions: Disturbance
Best Suited For These Management Goals: Wildlife habitat, Tortoise habitat, Livestock tolerant, Drought resilience

Additional Information

Commerical Availability: Yes

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